Rippleside is in Portishead, Bristol and in North Somerset district. BS20 6JG is located in the Portishead West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Somerset. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rippleside, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 6JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BS20 6JW, BS20 6JN, BS20 6JL, BS20 6JJ, BS20 6NQ, BS20 6NE, BS20 6JH, BS20 6JU, BS20 6JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BS20 6JG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 52.5% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 50% | 47.5% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BS20 6JG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.7% | 27.7% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 59.1% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 14.9% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 0.9% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 7.3% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 5% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.6% | 50.4% | 7.8% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 33.2% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 11.8% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20% | 13.2% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 9.1% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.5% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.3% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 18.6% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.3% | 34.5% | 5.2% | 33.8% | 0.7% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 94.5% | 93.9% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 93.1% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 93.1% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 5% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.5% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rippleside was 48.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.6% lower than the Portishead East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rippleside has the 26th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Portishead East and the 344th highest crime rate of 733 local areas in North Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 57.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Rippleside, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-09-30 | £410,359 |
| 12 Rippleside, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £343,500 | 2020-07-24 | £425,906 |
| 8 Rippleside, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £283,100 | 2017-12-14 | £383,396 |
| 2 Rippleside, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2011-12-09 | £389,037 |
| 12 Rippleside, Bristol, North Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2011-05-26 | £318,907 |
BS20 6JG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BS20 6JG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Hallett's Way , BS20 6BT | 3out of 4 | 832 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portishead Primary School Station Road , BS20 7DB | 3out of 4 | 1,024 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Down Junior School Down Road , Portishead BS20 6DY | 3out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Down Infant School Down Road , BS20 6DY | 4out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Bristol Road , BS20 6QB | 3out of 4 | 1,348 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gordano School St Mary's Road , Portishead BS20 7QR | 4out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Downs Preparatory School Charlton Drive , Wraxall BS48 1PF | - not rated | 4,578 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanicatti Shakes | 42a High Street | 389 yd | |
| Indian Empire | 68 High Street | 393 yd | |
| Impero Lounge | 60 High Street | 401 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 56 High Street | 408 yd | |
| Venga | 24 High Street | 428 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portishead Working Mens Club | Portishead Working Mens Club, Slade Road | 336 yd | |
| Poacher (The) | 106 High Street | 450 yd | |
| Plough Inn (The) | 53 High Street | 481 yd | |
| Old Mill (The) | 1 High Street | 482 yd | |
| Phoenix Bar | Phoenix Bar, 1a Victoria Square | 503 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 26 High Street | 428 yd | |
| Portishead Kebab & Pizza | 9 The Precinct | 477 yd | |
| New World Chinese Takeaway | 16 High Street | 494 yd | |
| Appleby's Fish and Chips | 112 High Street | 578 yd | |
| Pizza Picante | 113 Avon Way | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 1 The Precinct | 479 yd | |
| Aldi | Wyndham Way | 502 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 60 West Hill | 584 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose, Harbour Road | 682 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Harbour Road | 868 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Better Bodies (Portishead) (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 439 yd |
| Portishead Approach Golf Course GOLF COURSE APPROACH GOLF COURSE APPROACH NORE ROAD | golf | 641 yd |
| Portishead Cricket Club LAKE GROUNDS LAKE GROUNDS LAKE ROAD | grass pitches | 698 yd |
| St Peters C Of E Primary School HALLETTS WAY | grass pitches | 722 yd |
| Parish Wharf Leisure Centre HARBOUR ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 761 yd |
| The Hub UNIT 2 UNIT 2 OLD MILL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 802 yd |
| Portishead Lawn Tennis Club PORTISHEAD LAWN TENNIS CLUB PORTISHEAD LAWN TENNIS CLUB ESPLANADE ROAD | tennis courts | 963 yd |
| The Fitness Hub (Closed) Kestrel Court Kestrel Court Harbour Road | health and fitness suite | 1,084 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 52 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.59 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.59 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.31 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.